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Cell Chucks

Sciencetech Cell Chucks

Cell chucks are used to hold a sample and connect a sample to electronics for current-voltage (IV) measurement, as well as offering sample temperature control and sample positioning options.

Sciencetech offers a wide range of cell holding options for various cell sizes and budgets. We offer low-cost un-cooled cell holders with probe stations, or cooled options using either thermoelectric or liquid cooling and heating.

All cell chucks have 4 binding posts to connect probe assemblies to measurement electronics. Not all products are shown on the website.

Product Cooling Sample Size Vacuum Ready

SCC-3 (165-8315) None 9 × 9 cm (3.5 × 3.5") Yes
SCC-3-TE (165-8310) TE 9 × 9 cm (3.5 × 3.5") Yes
SCC-6 (165-8305) None 15 × 15 cm (6 × 6") Yes
SCC-6-L (165-8300) Liquid 15 × 15 cm (6 × 6") Yes
SCC-6-TE (165-8226) TE 15 × 15 cm (6 × 6") Yes
SCC-12 (165-8206) None 30 × 30 cm (12 × 12") Yes
SCC-12-L (165-8207) Liquid 30 × 30 cm (12" × 12") Yes
Cell Chuck

Sciencetech Probe Stations

Probe stations are used in conjunction with a cell chuck to provide electrical contact to the sample for current-voltage (IV) measurements.

Sciencetech cell chucks are designed to be used with our probe stations. All cell chucks can take measurements from the bottom of the test cell but we have a number of options for the for the top side probes as well.

Product Style Probe Type
2 Probe Station Tungsten Needle Tip Probe (T)
or Gold Plated Spring Probes (G)
4 Probe Station Tungsten Needle Tip Probe (T)
or Gold Plated Spring Probes (G)
Micrometre Adjust Micro-positioning
Probe with Magnetic Base (0.5” Travel)
Tungsten Needle Tip Probe (T)
or Gold Plated Spring Probes (G)
Screw adjust Micro-positioning
Probe with Magnetic Base (0.3” Travel)
Tungsten Needle Tip Probe (T)
or Gold Plated Spring Probes (G)
Probe Station

Sciencetech Temperature Controllers

Sciencetech offers temperature controllers for all of our cooled cell chucks. Please note that the minimum achievable temperature is limited by the dewpoint. The dew point is the temperature at which the air will be saturated by its ambient water vapour content. Thus, the relative humidity (RH%) and temperature of the air governs the minimum achievable temperature by the cell chuck. Using the below curve, one can estimate the dew point at each RH% and air temperature. As an example, the minimum achievable temperature at an RH% of 50% and air temperature of 25°C is about 14°C.

Product Cooling Medium Temperature Control Cooling Capacity
TC-1000-220 (165-8265) Liquid (Cooling only) Programmable 1-50°C 800W
TC-1000-120 (165-8266) Liquid (Cooling only) Programmable 1-50°C 800W
130-REC (165-8021) Liquid Passive (to Ambient) 500W
160-REC (165-8010) Liquid Passive (to Ambient) 900W
210-REC (165-8037) Liquid Passive (to Ambient) 2500W
Temperature Controller

Sciencetech Vacuum Pumps

Sciencetech provides vacuum pumps for all Sciencetech cell chucks. All of Sciencetech's cell chucks are 'vacuum ready' which means you can simply plug in an adequate vacuum pump and have instant vacuum hold down capabilities.

Product Max Compatible Cell Size Noise
SCC-VP (165-8217) 76 × 76 mm (3.5 × 3.5") Significant
SCC-VPME1 (165-8267) 30 × 30 cm (12 × 12") Minimal
Vacuum Pump
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The SCC-VPME1 is a quiet vacuum pump intended for use with Sciencetech's SCC-series cell chucks. The pump is capable of providing vacuum hold down for cells up to 30 × 30 cm (12" × 12"). It runs quietly, minimizing disruption to the testing environment. This pump is required for cells over 90 × 90 mm (3.5" × 3.5").

Maximum cell size: 30 × 30 cm (12" × 12")
Max vacuum (torr): 75
Noise level @50Hz (dBA) = 45
The SCC-VPME1 is a quiet vacuum pump intended for use with Sciencetech's SCC-series cell chucks. The pump is capable of providing vacuum hold down for cells up to 30 × 30 cm (12" × 12"). It runs quietly, minimizing disruption to the testing environment. This pump is required for cells over 90 × 90 mm (3.5" × 3.5").

Maximum cell size: 30 × 30 cm (12" × 12")
Max vacuum (torr): 75
Noise level @50Hz (dBA) = 45
1,800.00 1800.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech’s (SCP-SP-G) is a micropositioning probe station with a magnetic base and a gold-plated spring probe. It utilizes thumbscrews for adjustment. 0.3” is the magnitude of fine adjustment for this probe.

Gold spring probes are an excellent choice for most applications, with the probe tip gently contacting the surface of your test device. For applications requiring finer probe placement, please see our tungsten needle-tip probe stations.
1,299.00
In stock
Sciencetech’s (SCP-SP-G) is a micropositioning probe station with a magnetic base and a gold-plated spring probe. It utilizes thumbscrews for adjustment. 0.3” is the magnitude of fine adjustment for this probe.

Gold spring probes are an excellent choice for most applications, with the probe tip gently contacting the surface of your test device. For applications requiring finer probe placement, please see our tungsten needle-tip probe stations.
1,299.00 1299.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's (SCP-MP-G) is a micropositioning probe station with a magnetic base and a gold-plated spring probe. It utilizes micrometer heads for accurate repeatable adjustment. 0.5” is the magnitude of fine adjustment for this probe.

Gold spring probes are an excellent choice for most applications, with the probe tip gently contacting the surface of your test device. For applications requiring finer probe placement, please see our tungsten needle-tip probe stations.
2,601.00
In stock
Sciencetech's (SCP-MP-G) is a micropositioning probe station with a magnetic base and a gold-plated spring probe. It utilizes micrometer heads for accurate repeatable adjustment. 0.5” is the magnitude of fine adjustment for this probe.

Gold spring probes are an excellent choice for most applications, with the probe tip gently contacting the surface of your test device. For applications requiring finer probe placement, please see our tungsten needle-tip probe stations.
2,601.00 2601.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


The SCC-VP vacuum pump is designed for use with Sciencetech's solar cell chucks and provides sufficient vacuum to secure a 90 × 90 mm cell (3.5" × 3.5") in a light, inexpensive package.
The SCC-VP produces considerable vibration noise.
For a quiet vacuum pump, or for cell sizes greater than 90 × 90 mm (3.5" × 3.5") see the SCC-VPME1.

Maximum cell size: 90 × 90 mm (3.5" × 3.5")
685.00
The SCC-VP vacuum pump is designed for use with Sciencetech's solar cell chucks and provides sufficient vacuum to secure a 90 × 90 mm cell (3.5" × 3.5") in a light, inexpensive package.
The SCC-VP produces considerable vibration noise.
For a quiet vacuum pump, or for cell sizes greater than 90 × 90 mm (3.5" × 3.5") see the SCC-VPME1.

Maximum cell size: 90 × 90 mm (3.5" × 3.5")
685.00 685.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's cell chucks are made from copper and plated with tin for good electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Our cell chucks can be upgraded to have an additional gold coating on request.
999.00
In stock
Sciencetech's cell chucks are made from copper and plated with tin for good electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Our cell chucks can be upgraded to have an additional gold coating on request.
999.00 999.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's cell chucks are made from copper and plated with tin for good electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Our cell chucks can be upgraded to have an additional gold coating on request.
539.00
In stock
Sciencetech's cell chucks are made from copper and plated with tin for good electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Our cell chucks can be upgraded to have an additional gold coating on request.
539.00 539.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's cell chucks are made from copper and plated with tin for good electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Our cell chucks can be upgraded to have an additional gold coating on request.
349.00
In stock
Sciencetech's cell chucks are made from copper and plated with tin for good electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Our cell chucks can be upgraded to have an additional gold coating on request.
349.00 349.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


The SCC-3-B cell chuck is an economical way of providing electrical connection to the back of your test cells. It is compatible with all of Sciencetech's probe systems except the SCP-MP-T and SCP-MP-G. It is not capable of vacuum hold down.
This cell chuck can be used with Sciencetech's PTS systems

Working Area: 7.6 × 7.6 cm (3" x 3")
Baseplate Size: 9 × 9 cm (3.5" × 3.5")
Temperature Range: N/A
Power Input: N/A
Power Usage: N/A
Options: N/A
2,499.00
In stock
The SCC-3-B cell chuck is an economical way of providing electrical connection to the back of your test cells. It is compatible with all of Sciencetech's probe systems except the SCP-MP-T and SCP-MP-G. It is not capable of vacuum hold down.
This cell chuck can be used with Sciencetech's PTS systems

Working Area: 7.6 × 7.6 cm (3" x 3")
Baseplate Size: 9 × 9 cm (3.5" × 3.5")
Temperature Range: N/A
Power Input: N/A
Power Usage: N/A
Options: N/A
2,499.00 2499.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


The SCC-6-L-F cell chuck is an economical way of providing temperature control and electrical connection to your test cells. It has a conductive tin-plated copper base plate (gold plating available) and is compatible with all of Sciencetech's probe systems. The cell chuck is capable of vacuum hold-down (vacuum pump sold separately) and requires an external system to provide liquid cooling or heating that can heat or cool your test cells from dew point to 80 ºC.

The SCC-6-L-F is a reversible chuck that allows you to make electrical contacts to the back of your device under test and flip the chuck for back-illumination.

This model requires a water recirculator (for cooling only) or temperature control unit for temperature control (both sold separately).

Working Area: 15 × 15 cm (6" x 6")
Baseplate Size: 16.5 × 16.5 cm (6.5" × 6.5")
Temperature Range: 1 - 80 ºC
Power Input: 115-240VAC
Power Usage: 2W
Options: Vacuum Pump and Water Recirculator or Temperature Control Unit
3,999.00
In stock
The SCC-6-L-F cell chuck is an economical way of providing temperature control and electrical connection to your test cells. It has a conductive tin-plated copper base plate (gold plating available) and is compatible with all of Sciencetech's probe systems. The cell chuck is capable of vacuum hold-down (vacuum pump sold separately) and requires an external system to provide liquid cooling or heating that can heat or cool your test cells from dew point to 80 ºC.

The SCC-6-L-F is a reversible chuck that allows you to make electrical contacts to the back of your device under test and flip the chuck for back-illumination.

This model requires a water recirculator (for cooling only) or temperature control unit for temperature control (both sold separately).

Working Area: 15 × 15 cm (6" x 6")
Baseplate Size: 16.5 × 16.5 cm (6.5" × 6.5")
Temperature Range: 1 - 80 ºC
Power Input: 115-240VAC
Power Usage: 2W
Options: Vacuum Pump and Water Recirculator or Temperature Control Unit
3,999.00 3999.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's (SCP-4G) is an economical probe station that provides 4 gold plated spring-tip probes to provide contacts to the top surface of your test device.

Gold spring probes are an excellent choice for most applications, with the probe tip gently contacting the surface of your test device. For applications requiring finer probe placement, please see our tungsten needle-tip probe stations.
1,529.00
In stock
Sciencetech's (SCP-4G) is an economical probe station that provides 4 gold plated spring-tip probes to provide contacts to the top surface of your test device.

Gold spring probes are an excellent choice for most applications, with the probe tip gently contacting the surface of your test device. For applications requiring finer probe placement, please see our tungsten needle-tip probe stations.
1,529.00 1529.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's (SCP-SP-T) is a micropositioning probe station with a magnetic base and a tungsten needle-tip probe. It utilizes thumbscrews for adjustment. 0.3” is the magnitude of fine adjustment for this probe.

Tungsten needle-tip probes are an excellent choice for applications requiring highly accurate, fine probe placement.
1,139.00
In stock
Sciencetech's (SCP-SP-T) is a micropositioning probe station with a magnetic base and a tungsten needle-tip probe. It utilizes thumbscrews for adjustment. 0.3” is the magnitude of fine adjustment for this probe.

Tungsten needle-tip probes are an excellent choice for applications requiring highly accurate, fine probe placement.
1,139.00 1139.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's (SCP-MP-T) is a micropositioning probe station with a magnetic base and a tungsten needle-tip probe. It utilizes micrometer heads for accurate repeatable adjustment. 0.5” is the magnitude of fine adjustment for this probe.

Tungsten needle-tip probes are an excellent choice for applications requiring highly accurate, fine probe placement.
2,601.00
In stock
Sciencetech's (SCP-MP-T) is a micropositioning probe station with a magnetic base and a tungsten needle-tip probe. It utilizes micrometer heads for accurate repeatable adjustment. 0.5” is the magnitude of fine adjustment for this probe.

Tungsten needle-tip probes are an excellent choice for applications requiring highly accurate, fine probe placement.
2,601.00 2601.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's (SCP-4T) is an economical probe station that provides 4 tungsten needle-tip probes to provide contacts to the top surface of your test device.

Tungsten needle-tip probes are an excellent choice for applications requiring highly accurate, fine probe placement.
1,629.00
In stock
Sciencetech's (SCP-4T) is an economical probe station that provides 4 tungsten needle-tip probes to provide contacts to the top surface of your test device.

Tungsten needle-tip probes are an excellent choice for applications requiring highly accurate, fine probe placement.
1,629.00 1629.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's (SCP-2T) is an economical probe station that provides 2 tungsten needle-tip probes to provide contacts to the top surface of your test device.

Tungsten needle-tip probes are an excellent choice for applications requiring highly accurate, fine probe placement.
Please note: Tungsten needle-tip probes are very sharp and might not be suitable for some cell technologies. For such application, Gold spring loaded probes such as SCP-2G is recommended.
1,029.00
In stock
Sciencetech's (SCP-2T) is an economical probe station that provides 2 tungsten needle-tip probes to provide contacts to the top surface of your test device.

Tungsten needle-tip probes are an excellent choice for applications requiring highly accurate, fine probe placement.
Please note: Tungsten needle-tip probes are very sharp and might not be suitable for some cell technologies. For such application, Gold spring loaded probes such as SCP-2G is recommended.
1,029.00 1029.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's (SCP-2G) is an economical probe station that provides 2 gold plated spring-tip probes to provide contacts to the top surface of your test device.

Gold spring probes are an excellent choice for most applications, with the probe tip gently contacting the surface of your test device. For applications requiring finer probe placement, please see our tungsten needle-tip probe stations.
949.00
In stock
Sciencetech's (SCP-2G) is an economical probe station that provides 2 gold plated spring-tip probes to provide contacts to the top surface of your test device.

Gold spring probes are an excellent choice for most applications, with the probe tip gently contacting the surface of your test device. For applications requiring finer probe placement, please see our tungsten needle-tip probe stations.
949.00 949.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


The SCC-12-L cell chuck is an economical way of providing temperature control and electrical connection to your test cells. It has a conductive tin-plated copper base plate (gold plating available) and is compatible with all of Sciencetech's probe systems. The cell chuck is capable of vacuum hold-down (vacuum pump sold separately) and requires an external system to provide liquid cooling or heating that can heat or cool your test cells between 1 and 80 ºC.

This model requires a water recirculator (for cooling only) or temperature control unit for temperature control (both sold separately).

Working Area: 30 × 30 cm (12" × 12")
Baseplate Size: 33 × 33 cm (13.25" × 13.25")
Temperature Range: 1 – 80 ºC
Power Input: 115-240VAC
Power Usage: 2W
Options: Vacuum Pump and Water Recirculator or Temperature Control Unit
4,899.00
In stock
The SCC-12-L cell chuck is an economical way of providing temperature control and electrical connection to your test cells. It has a conductive tin-plated copper base plate (gold plating available) and is compatible with all of Sciencetech's probe systems. The cell chuck is capable of vacuum hold-down (vacuum pump sold separately) and requires an external system to provide liquid cooling or heating that can heat or cool your test cells between 1 and 80 ºC.

This model requires a water recirculator (for cooling only) or temperature control unit for temperature control (both sold separately).

Working Area: 30 × 30 cm (12" × 12")
Baseplate Size: 33 × 33 cm (13.25" × 13.25")
Temperature Range: 1 – 80 ºC
Power Input: 115-240VAC
Power Usage: 2W
Options: Vacuum Pump and Water Recirculator or Temperature Control Unit
4,899.00 4899.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


The SCC-12 cell chuck is an economical way of providing electrical connection to your test cells. It has a conductive tin-plated copper base plate (gold plating available) and is compatible with all of Sciencetech's probe systems. The cell chuck is capable of vacuum hold down (vacuum pump sold separately).

Working Area: 30 × 30 cm (12" × 12")
Baseplate Size: 33 × 33 cm (13.25" × 13.25")
Temperature Range: N/A
Power Input: N/A
Power Usage: N/A
Options: Vacuum Pump
2,799.00
In stock
The SCC-12 cell chuck is an economical way of providing electrical connection to your test cells. It has a conductive tin-plated copper base plate (gold plating available) and is compatible with all of Sciencetech's probe systems. The cell chuck is capable of vacuum hold down (vacuum pump sold separately).

Working Area: 30 × 30 cm (12" × 12")
Baseplate Size: 33 × 33 cm (13.25" × 13.25")
Temperature Range: N/A
Power Input: N/A
Power Usage: N/A
Options: Vacuum Pump
2,799.00 2799.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's [130-REC] is a cooling water recirculator. It is designed to work with any of Sciencetech's liquid cooled solar cell chucks. This recirculator can maintain your sample at room temperature while sinking up to 500W of power from your light source.

-Dissipates up to 500W of thermal heat
-External fan cooled radiator system
-Cools to ambient temperature
-Real time sample temperature display (in °C or °F)
-Adjustable cooling rate
1,716.00
In stock
Sciencetech's [130-REC] is a cooling water recirculator. It is designed to work with any of Sciencetech's liquid cooled solar cell chucks. This recirculator can maintain your sample at room temperature while sinking up to 500W of power from your light source.

-Dissipates up to 500W of thermal heat
-External fan cooled radiator system
-Cools to ambient temperature
-Real time sample temperature display (in °C or °F)
-Adjustable cooling rate
1,716.00 1716.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


A sample platform designed to operate for any of Sciencetech's line of Fully Reflective solar simulators. The sample tray is intended to be used with SS0.5k-SS1.6k simulators with downward facing beams. For a complete downward facing package for your SS0.5k-SS10.6k fully reflective solar simulator please see product (DFS-SS).
This sample platform includes a clamp for maintaining its position. The sample platform can be used to mount a variety of cell chucks offered by Sciencetech. Please speak with your authorized Sciencetech technical sales staff member to discuss cell chucks, probes, vacuum, or water cooling options.
350.00
In stock
A sample platform designed to operate for any of Sciencetech's line of Fully Reflective solar simulators. The sample tray is intended to be used with SS0.5k-SS1.6k simulators with downward facing beams. For a complete downward facing package for your SS0.5k-SS10.6k fully reflective solar simulator please see product (DFS-SS).
This sample platform includes a clamp for maintaining its position. The sample platform can be used to mount a variety of cell chucks offered by Sciencetech. Please speak with your authorized Sciencetech technical sales staff member to discuss cell chucks, probes, vacuum, or water cooling options.
350.00 350.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America


Sciencetech's (160-REC) is a cooling water recirculator. It is designed to work with any of Sciencetech's liquid cooled solar cell chucks. This recirculator can maintain your sample at room temperature while sinking up to 900W of power from your light source.

-Dissipates up to 900W of thermal heat
-External fan cooled radiator system
-Cools to ambient temperature
-Real time sample temperature display (in °C or °F)
-Adjustable cooling rate
2,016.00
In stock
Sciencetech's (160-REC) is a cooling water recirculator. It is designed to work with any of Sciencetech's liquid cooled solar cell chucks. This recirculator can maintain your sample at room temperature while sinking up to 900W of power from your light source.

-Dissipates up to 900W of thermal heat
-External fan cooled radiator system
-Cools to ambient temperature
-Real time sample temperature display (in °C or °F)
-Adjustable cooling rate
2,016.00 2016.0 USD
Price Valid only in North America
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